Applications Engineer

Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to develop technical solutions and quotations for custom industrial equipment and vacuum impregnation service business. This individual will work directly with customers to understand their parts, processes and production requirements Quality standards and business objectives. The Applications Engineer will evaluate applications, develop equipment concepts and prepare accurate technical and commercial proposals. The role requires strong custom equipment experience, technical judgment, and the ability to translate customer requirements into practical, reliable cost-effective solutions.Locations: Milwaukee, WI or Aurora, OHResponsibilities:Meet with customers to understand their process and help define equipment and system requirementsReview customer specifications, RFQs, drawings, and technical requirementsDevelop system concepts and equipment solutions for new applications and opportunitiesEstimate new projects using historical costs, similar systems, vendor quotations, and engineering judgmentDevelop project scopes, technical proposals, and cost estimatesDesign custom systems to meet or exceed customer expectationsIdentify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, and technical requirements during the quotation processWork with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Controls, and Service to validate proposed solutions and costsSupport Sales during customer meetings, proposal reviews, and technical discussionsSupport Impregnation Sites by developing concepts for baskets, fixtures, material handling devices, leak-test fixtures, and other application-specific tooling required for trials, production processing, or equipment operation.Project Expectations:Carry out small-scale projects to completion (tooling, fixtures, etc.)Provide a clear technical and commercial handoff of awarded projects to EngineeringMaintain accurate costing for all active projects and quotationsSupport project engineering and serve as a technical resource and maintain customer presence throughout the projectSpecific Skills/requirements:Strong knowledge of custom industrial equipment and system-level designProven experience developing equipment concepts from customer process requirementsMechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical and controls systemsExperience estimating equipment, fabrication, purchased components, engineering, and installation costsExcellent customer communication and technical presentation skillsProficiency in interpreting technical specifications and identifying requirements, risks, and scope gapsFamiliarity with industrial thermal, vacuum, fluid-handling, and automated equipment preferredMinimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering or equivalent experienceExperience: 15-20+ years in custom equipment, applications engineering, estimating, engineering, or related industrial equipment experienceDemonstrated experience developing and quoting custom equipment or engineered systemsCAD ExperienceAbility to travel 15–30%, including occasional international travel